Many non-vegetarians are often confused about the food that vegetarians and especially vegans eat, as to meat eaters it may seem that the world of food is full of nothing but livestock sourced food. It might seem so in fact, if we look at our basic American diet but thats not really the case, particularly…

Whenever I tell people Im a Vegan, one of the first questions Im inevitably asked is, But how do you get your protein? For those of us who have been living a plant-based lifestyle for some time, were well acquainted with the fact that its absolutely possible to consume sufficient dietary protein without consuming animal…

Bananas may be one of natures greatest gifts to us. Theyre high in potassium, which is vital to heart function and can help lower blood pressure. Theyre high in fiber, which is good for the digestive system. And, theyre high in a certain prebiotic, which helps the body to absorb nutrients better including calcium making…

Many people in the competitive sports world are convinced that eating animals is required for athletic prowess. Athletes are often depicted as heavily muscled, thoughtless carnivores that need massive amounts of meat for success. But it is possible to be an accomplished athlete on a plant-based diet. It is even possible to reach the highest…

A vegetarian diet is full of health benefits ranging from weight loss to reduced cholesterol to lowering risk of disease and increased energy. But thats only if you do it the right way. Unfortunately many people take a few wrong turns on the road to a vegetarian way of life. The result can be lower…

A proper diet is probably the most important component of a healthy lifestyle. When you eat right you are making sure that your body gets all the nutrients it needs in order to function properly. That being said, a good diet is a balanced one that contains all the major food groups. There are many…